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10 things only those who lived in Germany understand
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Germany has way more to offer than amazing cars, cozy Biergartens, and picturesque castles: The coun...

10 things only those who lived in Australia understand
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Down Under. The Lucky Country. Oz. No matter what you call it, everyone knows Australia for Sydney, ...

How to study abroad like a boss: 7 tips
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Summer is just around the corner and many of you are planning on going on your first study abroad tr...

15 things to eat in Australia
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Australia reminds me a lot of California: sun-soaked beaches, easy-going people, and food that is as...

13 reasons why winter is wonderful
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Winter and I have a love-hate relationship –  we would probably be listed as “It’s complicated” on F...

7 tips on how to deal with culture shock
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Exploring a new culture is one of the most rewarding yet challenging aspects of spending time abroad...

Thanksgiving with a twist: 3 new ways to celebrate
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Thanksgiving is usually seen as a traditional American holiday, centered around turkey and pumpkin p...

11 movies about New York (and why you should watch them)
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For decades, the hustle and bustle of New York City has been providing the perfect backdrop for movi...

Best of the wurst: 6 great spots to celebrate Oktoberfest
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Students in Munich might be celebrating all things Bavarian at Oktoberfest 2015, but there’s no reas...

10 movies that will inspire you to travel the world
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There are different kinds of travel movies – the ones where the main person travels from place A to ...

The ultimate London playlist: From The Clash to Adele
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London without music is, well, not London at all. Whether Londoners are dancing to A-list stars in g...

Like a local: 11 bits of London slang you should know
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It’s time to delve into the world of Cockney rhyming slang, my old China. There will be no porkies h...